Do bonsais need special pots?

A Bonsai pot should be large enough to allow the current root system of your Bonsai tree to stretch its legs a little. The vital root ends should have enough room to draw nutrients and moisture from the soil.

Do bonsais need deep pots?

While shallow containers help dwarf juvenile bonsai trees, they’re also helpful once you’ve achieved your final style. Because trees grow slower with constricted roots and limited soil, planting a “finished” bonsai in a shallow container helps make it easier to maintain the desired shape.

Can you use plastic pots for bonsai?

We offer a variety of plastic and resin bonsai pots to provide a low cost yet traditional option to pot your bonsai. These pots are made to be in harsh environments and will last for many years. These pots are great pared with our plastic bonsai trays and plastic bonsai trays with substrate.

Is my bonsai male or female?

A Bonsai is considered feminine if it has graceful curves, sparse foliage, or relatively thin branches. It’s considered masculine if it has a thick trunk, branches, or foliage, if it stands tall and straight, or otherwise suggests power.

Can you grow bonsai in terracotta pots?

This results in a pot with clay that is more porous and allows water and water salts to leach through the walls of the container. Such pots are generally unsuitable for bonsai use because they discolor quickly, decompose easily and are subject to freeze damage during the winter months.

Is Terracotta good for bonsai?

These high-quality Japanese terracotta pots are used in professional bonsai production nurseries across the world. They are deeper than bonsai pots and offer a good balance for developing plants into bonsai.

What should I name my bonsai?

Pick a Small and Meaningful Name A meaningful name that’s easy to remember will be the best name for your bonsai tree. Whatever name you pick will be unique and inspire you to make a connection with the tree. If you are not sure what to pick then just know that anything goes.